This book was the first definitive book in English on the history and cultivation of the Japanese Iris. First exported to America in 1869, Japanese Irises have since enjoyed great popularity in the West. Contents of this wonderful book include the history of Japanese Irises in Japan and the USA, classification, characteristics and culture.

The Society for Japanese Irises is pleased to be able to offer THE JAPANESE IRIS for a special price of $20.00, postage paid, in the US. To purchase, make check or money order out to "SJI" and mail it to:


Book Details:
153 pages, 32 color plates. 7" x 10"
Published in 1990 at $29.95; currently out of print
A Brandeis University Press hardcover book